We asked some insanely talented artists, creatives and makers to tell us about when they know they were going to pursue a creative career.

Daria Troshkina

I started painting professionally not so long ago, about 2 years ago. But back in my childhood, I attended art school. Years later, I decided to resume my studies. Through pain and tears I continued my training and I still do. Read more>>

Keon Davinci

Growing up, I always had a natural affinity for movement—whether it was breaking into freestyle routines with friends or mimicking poses I’d seen in fashion magazines lying around the house. As a kid, I was always picky about clothes, and as I got older, my sense of style started to evolve. This led me to dress up more and experiment with fashion. Dancing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I started taking it seriously around middle school. At the same time, I’ve always had an entrepreneurial mindset—I’ve wanted to be my own boss and create something of my own. Since I’m passionate about fashion, I’ve been working on starting my own clothing brand, and it’s slowly coming together piece by piece. Read more>>

Laura Carter

Every writer will tell you they were a reader first. That their love for weaving and crafting stories stems from their own awe at being immersed in somebody else’s world and characters. That was always the case for me growing up but after a three year degree in English Literature, being forced down particular genres and avenues and spending every moment over analysing the intent of the author, I’m pained to say, I fell out of love with books. It was a good two years until my passion was reignited, and I have a pandemic and the rise of booktok to thank for it. If I hadn’t been at home trying to find new ways to fill my time, I would not have picked up a book again and remembered all the reasons I loved the written word, specifically, the fantasy genre. Read more>>

Roman Fischer

I first realized I wanted to pursue an artistic path professionally as a teenager. Movies like Home Alone and actors like Dylan and Cole Sprouse were a constant source of inspiration for me. Growing up, I was often told I had “the look” to be a model, and watching my sister take her first steps into modeling with a talent agency motivated me to explore my potential in the field. At 17, I decided to give acting and modeling a shot, and from the moment I stepped into this world, I felt like I had found my calling. It wasn’t just about being in front of the camera; it was about bringing characters to life, telling stories, and connecting with people in ways words alone couldn’t. Read more>>